2077: V really knows how awesome he is

“Okay, Sasha, be careful.”

call ended.

V pulled the chip out of the neural slot.

The hovercar originally belonged to Jenkins, but Jenkins transferred the control to himself.

Since it's his own car, he can naturally hear all the communications inside.

Sasha is a skilled hacker, and the communications were checked beforehand. But Arasaka's skills are far superior, so V still overheard everything.

This is the current situation in 2076. The company possesses absolute power that surpasses everything. Not to mention Sasha, a street hacker, even V fell for the new US president's tricks. And the new United States is merely a dog of military technology.

In this world, large corporations are above nations, with the only exception being Kangtao and its ancient Eastern country.

So V, given a second chance, chose to stay in Arasaka, not because she coveted the riches and glory, but because she knew that individual strength was too weak, and to defeat the company, she needed company-level power.

As for Sasha, V wouldn't mind giving her a favor.

We're all mercenaries on the streets; our meeting is fate. And with fate comes a reason to fight.

Mercenaries of Sasha's caliber can only take on jobs involving theft of valuables or documents. That pink cat is so timid, it shouldn't be a big problem.

"That's settled then," V said, setting aside the small matter of Sasha and focusing on arranging tomorrow's meeting with the biotechnology company.

the next day.

Sasha arrived at the office on time.

She glanced at V's suit and asked hesitantly, "Should I change my clothes too?"

"Why?" V asked, puzzled.

Sasha puffed out her cheeks and said, "I'm your follower, so I can't dress like a street vendor."

“Heh, no need.” V smiled confidently: “It’s just biotechnology, it’s not worth Arasaka talking to about formalities.”

Sasha's heart raced a little; she was amazed by V's attitude and captivated by his ease and confidence.

Biotechnology has monopolized the world's food, medicine, and energy, yet V downplays this giant's importance.

Is it arrogance?

No.

Simply because V is also a member of the company.

The only thing that can stand against the company is the company itself; Sasha realized this truth for the first time. These past few days had led her to believe that she and V were no different, but in reality, they had always been from two different worlds.

One person is on the 60th floor of a tower, while the other is in a garbage dump by the roadside.

"Here, put this on." V handed over a chip.

Sasha snapped out of her daze and took it: "What's this?"

“Arasaka’s temporary identification code, your fake identity,” V replied. “While we don’t need to go through the motions, the necessary procedures are still required.”

Sasha was very alert: "There's no virus, right?"

V answered, "No."

Sasha watched V for a while, then started up all of his ICE devices before inserting the chip.

everything is normal.

"Are you relieved now?" V raised an eyebrow.

Sasha was a little embarrassed: "Sorry, I was overthinking it."

“I accept your apology.” V stood up and said, “Let’s go, the car I called is here.”

"A car?" Sasha asked curiously, "Aren't we going to ride a hovercar?"

“There’s a queue for the biotechnology airship helipad.” V pointed out the window: “Their building is right next to Arasaka Tower, you can see it from here, let’s just take the car.”

Sasha glanced out the window and could indeed clearly see the biotechnology building. This was the corporate plaza, home to Aragaka, military technology, biotechnology, and other companies large and small, each with its own towering structure, like giant deities looking down upon all living beings and ruling over heaven and earth.

At the elevator entrance, the two encountered trouble again.

He was a man from the Special Operations Department, with dyed green hair, and appeared particularly magnanimous.

"No wonder the counterintelligence department is getting worse and worse; it turns out someone is bringing a sex doll to work. This is a perfect example of how a crooked beam at the top can cause a crooked beam at the bottom. Don't you agree, Deputy Director V?"

V felt a slight stinging sensation at the back of his neck, as if a gaze was fixed upon it.

It wasn't the gaze of the person in front of me, but rather that of someone hidden in the shadows.

This was an intuition honed through countless life-or-death experiences, and V chose to trust it.

At the same time, Sasha's private communications also came through.

“V, someone is scanning us.”

Sure enough, my intuition was right.

who can that be?

V almost laughed. At this moment, there was only one person who would come looking for trouble in the Arasaka Tower. You agree, right, Abernathy?

Clenching his fist, V punched the green-haired guy hard in the face.

Blood splattered out, and Green Hair's nose was knocked crooked.

"You, how dare you! I'm from the Special Operations Department!"

"I don't care who you are, if you dare to cause me trouble, you fucking die!" V gave him the middle finger and cursed mercilessly, "If Jenkins hadn't told me, I would have killed you right now, and now get out of here!"

"You just wait..." Green-haired guy slunk away.

"Wow, Vice Minister V, you're amazing!" Sasha also played along, squealing like a little fangirl as she approached V.

V didn't hold back, immediately wrapped his arms around Sasha's slender waist, and leaned down to kiss her.

Sasha's eyes widened, her body tensed, and she swiftly extended sharp claws from the tips of her fingers, only to retract them limply in the end.

A loving couple stood in the elevator, embracing and kissing, until the elevator doors closed with a ding.

V released Sasha, whose face turned red and who was panting heavily.

"Breathe through your nose, don't you even know that?" V joked, "You're too naive."

"Who, who's pure!" Sasha was like a kitten with its fur standing on end: "It was just too sudden...yes, too sudden, I didn't react in time."

"Oh." V said "oh," but that was all.

The little incident just now is insignificant; what we need to consider now is Abernathy's intentions.

V was lost in thought and didn't notice that Sasha was staring at her profile.

With a ding, the elevator arrived at the first floor of the Arasaka Tower. V stepped out first, followed closely by Sasha, who finally couldn't help but speak.

"that……"

"Ok?"

Have you kissed many people?

V thought for a moment and gave the answer: "Quite a few."

For example, Venus in fur, Judy, the blue sky of Genting Highlands, and occasionally, to change things up, she would also go to Mox's Gang and Twisty Street for fun.

Of course, that was when I was young and impetuous. Now, V has experienced a lot and matured. He cares more about emotional fulfillment than physical intimacy.

V felt that this was what it meant for a prodigal son to turn over a new leaf.

But Sasha was clearly dissatisfied with the answer and pinched V's waist hard.

"Ouch, what are you doing!"

Sasha puffed out her cheeks: "I'm just pretending to be a sex doll, not a real one. If you think I'm just any random person, you're sorely mistaken!"

V was completely bewildered: "So?"

“We need to pay more!” Sasha rubbed her fingers together.

V chuckled and said, "Okay, okay, I'll add it for you."

With the beautiful transfer payment, Sasha transformed back into a cheerful kitten.

"What are you waiting for? Get in the car. I can't wait to see how biotechnology differs from Arasaka's."

V chuckled and got into Delaman's car with Sasha.

"Old De, Biotechnology Building."

"Received. Selected Dellaman. Leave your troubles at the door."

As the car drove away, Abernathy, sitting in his office, turned off the screen.

There were quite a few people in the room, including the green-haired guy who had just been beaten up.

He was no longer the arrogant man he had been; even with his face covered in blood, he remained remarkably calm.

"Tell me your thoughts." Abernathy was a middle-aged woman with her hair neatly combed. She possessed the beauty of a strong woman, but her eyes revealed a cold indifference.

"Simple, vulgar, may have some talent, but obsessed with beauty, with obvious personality flaws, and low threat level."

"Could it be that she's pretending on purpose?"

"If it's an act, then the acting is really bad."

"Makes sense."

Everyone agreed that V was insignificant, and Abernathy accepted this analysis.

"What a pity. I thought this V was capable enough to give me some fun, but he's all show and no substance. Vulgar, easily angered, and obsessed with women—the Counterintelligence Department is rotten to the core. Alright, let's stick to the original plan, slowly chipping away at the Counterintelligence Department's power, avoiding violence as much as possible. After all, the Counterintelligence Department is already our property; there's no need to destroy our own stuff. As for this V…"

Abernathy lit a cigarette, took a deep drag, and exhaled, muttering in the swirling smoke, "Send that guy out and make her disappear."

Chapter 9 Arakasaka Type 4

Biotechnology Building.

Unlike the serious and rigid atmosphere of Arasaka, the atmosphere here is a bit more relaxed. At least there are some plants in the hall, adding a touch of life to the cold white atmosphere.

"Welcome to Biotechnology, Vice Minister V, hello." The receptionist was very respectful.

V nodded: "I have an appointment with Joanne Koch."

"Yes, your appointment has been confirmed. Please proceed to the meeting room on the 32nd floor."

V took a step, then turned back, grabbed Sasha's hand, and led her into the elevator.

Since entering the biotechnology building, the pink cat has been in an "out-of-body" state. V knows that she is taking the opportunity to tamper with the biotechnology network, so he decides to go all the way to prevent the cat from foolishly running into the wall.

About an hour later, Sasha finally returned to normal. She breathed a sigh of relief, glanced at V standing by the window overlooking Night City, hesitated for a moment, and finally said sincerely, "Thank you."

If V hadn't covered for her, she would have definitely given herself away. Sasha is a simple person; she's good to whoever is good to her. She's already decided that even if V is just a corporate coward, she'll tell him the truth if he asks.

V is a good person, he should be.

But V turned around and asked with a strange look, "Thank me for what?"

Sasha was taken aback for a moment, then laughed.

As expected, V is a good person.

"It's nothing." Sasha hopped lightly to V's side, glanced down at the window, and then took a trembling step back.

"Afraid of heights?" V asked.

Sasha firmly denied it: "I'm not afraid!"

Okay, looks like he's definitely afraid of heights.

Sasha blushed slightly and quickly changed the subject: "Where is this?"

“The meeting room,” V replied. “Joanne Koch is busy; let’s wait here.”

Sasha wasn't surprised; after all, he was a senior executive at a large company, so he was bound to be arrogant.

But V then said to her, "Let's go."

Sasha was taken aback: "Where to?"